South University offers two nurse practitioner population focuses: family (FNP) and adult-gerontology primary care (AGPCNP). Both are available as an MSN and as an RN-to-MSN for associate-degree nurses. The FNP MSN is offered at the Savannah campus and online; AGPCNP is online only.
South is a private university that bills by the quarter credit. Three policies shape the decision more than any single specialty detail:
- An ADN route to the NP. The RN-to-MSN admits associate-degree and diploma nurses and leads to FNP or AGPCNP.
- No campus visits published. Coursework is online, and practicums take place in the student’s local area.
- No certificates. South offers no post-graduate NP certificate, so certified NPs cannot add a specialty here.
Quick facts
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Savannah, GA, and online |
| NP Specialties | FNP, AGPCNP |
| Degree Options | MSN and RN-to-MSN (both); post-master’s DNP without an NP focus |
| Format | Online coursework; no campus visits published |
| Clinical Placement | Local practicums; South states it arranges them for the online RN-to-MSN FNP |
| Entry Points | ADN or diploma RN (RN-to-MSN); BSN (MSN) |
| Tuition | $660 per quarter credit (MSN), same for every state |
| Accreditation | CCNE |
Comparing South University’s NP programs
| Pathway | Quarter credits | Clinical hours | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) | |||
| MSN (Savannah or online) | 62 | 750 | 80 weeks |
| RN-to-MSN (online) | 62 graduate + 48 undergraduate | 750 | 120 weeks |
| Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP) | |||
| MSN (online) | 56–58 | Not published | 70 weeks |
| RN-to-MSN (online) | 56 graduate + 48 undergraduate | Not published | 110 weeks |
Figures come from South University’s catalog and cost sheets. A quarter credit is about two-thirds of a semester credit, so 62 quarter credits equal roughly 41 semester credits. South’s cost sheet lists 56 credits for the AGPCNP MSN, while its catalog lists 58.
What stands out about South University’s NP programs
- An ADN route in two specialties. Associate-degree nurses can reach FNP or AGPCNP without a separate BSN.
- All-in cost sheets. South publishes program totals that include fees and digital textbooks.
- No residency premium. Online and campus students pay the same per-credit rate from any state where South enrolls.
- A pre-clinical gate. FNP students must pass a pre-clinical exam before practicums; failing it adds a 4-credit course costing $2,640.
Which South University NP program fits your goal?
- FNP: Primary care across the lifespan, online or with a Savannah campus connection
- AGPCNP: Primary care for adults and older adults, fully online
Family Nurse Practitioner
Quarter credits 62 (graduate) · Clinical hours 750 · MSN · RN-to-MSN
The FNP MSN runs 62 quarter credits and 750 clinical hours across four practicums and a capstone, over about 80 weeks. Applicants need a BSN with a 2.5 GPA and an unencumbered RN license, including in the state where clinicals take place.
The RN-to-MSN FNP adds 48 undergraduate credits for ADN or diploma nurses and takes about 120 weeks. Students need a 2.5 GPA to enter and a 3.0 to move into graduate courses.
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
Quarter credits 56–58 (graduate) · MSN · RN-to-MSN · Online only
The AGPCNP MSN runs about 70 weeks online, with three practicums and a capstone. South does not publish an AGPCNP clinical-hour total. The RN-to-MSN version takes about 110 weeks and uses the same 3.0 GPA gate before graduate courses.
Doctor of Nursing Practice
South’s DNP is post-master’s only and does not prepare students for an NP specialty. It runs 67 quarter credits (51 for nurses with an NP master’s) and about 1,000 post-baccalaureate clinical hours over about 90 weeks, in Savannah, Tampa, or online. Applicants need an MSN with a 3.0 GPA.
Clinical placement
Practicums take place in person with an approved preceptor in the student’s local area.
- RN-to-MSN FNP: South’s online page says the university arranges in-person practicum experiences in a local clinical setting.
- MSN tracks: the MSN pages do not say who finds preceptors.
- Licensure: students need an RN license in the state where they complete clinicals.
Format and campus requirements
| Program | Format | Attendance |
|---|---|---|
| FNP MSN and RN-to-MSN (online) | Online | No campus visits published |
| FNP MSN (Savannah) | Not clearly stated | Savannah is listed as a location; its delivery mix is not described |
| AGPCNP MSN and RN-to-MSN | Online | No campus visits published |
Tuition
South bills per quarter credit at the same rate for campus and online students, regardless of residency.
| MSN, per quarter credit | $660 |
| RN-to-MSN undergraduate courses, per quarter credit | $255 |
| DNP, per quarter credit | $650 |
| Technology fee and digital textbooks, per credit | $20 and $15 |
| Practicum course fee | $525 |
| Pathway | Tuition | Published All-In Total |
|---|---|---|
| FNP MSN | $40,920 | $46,377 |
| FNP RN-to-MSN | $53,160 | $58,405 |
| AGPCNP MSN | $36,960 | $41,657 |
| AGPCNP RN-to-MSN | $49,200 | $53,685 |
Totals come from South’s cost sheets and include technology, program, textbook, and graduation fees. The AGPCNP figures use the cost sheet’s 56 credits; at the catalog’s 58, MSN tuition would be $38,280. See South’s tuition page for current rates.
Accreditation
The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredits South University’s BSN, MSN, and DNP programs. South University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
State authorization
South’s licensure disclosures list Georgia as meeting requirements for both specialties. South does not enroll FNP students living in Alaska, Arkansas, California, the District of Columbia, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, or Wyoming. The AGPCNP list adds Nevada. Check the current disclosure before applying.
Who is South University best for?
May be a strong fit for
- ADN or diploma nurses who want to skip a separate BSN
- Nurses who need coursework with no campus travel
- Students who want published all-in program costs
- Nurses outside Georgia in states where South enrolls
Compare other options if
- You want public-university tuition
- You need a post-graduate certificate
- You want a BSN to DNP
- You want PMHNP, acute care, or pediatric preparation
- You live in one of the states where South does not enroll
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